As the leaves start to fall and the roads become more treacherous, TyreSafe has launched Tyre Safety Month 2024, featuring the ‘Caught in the ACT’ campaign. October has long been the focal point for TyreSafe’s efforts to promote road safety, and this year’s campaign promises to engage, educate and support behaviour change, as part of the charity’s vision to … [Read more...]
Getting the best price for your car
A new study from Auto Express can help drivers decide the most profitable way to sell their cars, and it may surprise you. Using UK Vehicle Data for the latest sale valuation estimates, the study reveals whether sellers should opt for a private sale or a part exchange. The research has revealed that private sales, which are traditionally seen as more … [Read more...]
MG & Vauxhall EV top list of bad buys
MG cars are the least reliable on sale in Britain, owners have told What Car? magazine. In a survey of 30,000 drivers the Chinese brand had the most complaints and reliability was worst with under 77% of owners saying they were satisfied. The What Car? data covers 31 brands and 199 different models. Overall, 22% of owners said their car had experienced … [Read more...]
DVSA warning to motorists over parking scam
The Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency is warning that criminal scammers are sending text messages about fake DVSA parking penalty charges. The text messages warn people that they have a ‘parking penalty charge’, and that if they do not pay on time, that they might: be banned from driving have to pay more be taken to court This is an image … [Read more...]
Newslines 27 September
Blazing a new trail to one of the most important global automotive markets, the INEOS Grenadier 4X4 has launched in China. The Grenadier’s arrival in China follows the successful introduction of INEOS Automotive in over 40 countries worldwide – including in Mexico last week – and sets a new benchmark for premium 4X4s in the market but French factory … [Read more...]
Automatic car tests are changing up
Latest data from the DVSA reveals automatic driving tests are at an all-time high and will continue rising as more EVs are sold without traditional gearboxes. There was a 40% increase in new drivers taking automatic driving tests since last year. This also represents an increase in the proportion of automatic tests being taken in the UK. Last year, only … [Read more...]
Plug-in hybrid pulls away with Towcar of the Year awards
The Volvo XC60 T6 Plug-in Hybrid AWD Plus has won this year’s overall trophy and been crowned Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year 2025. It also triumphed in the Caravan Weight over 1800kg Category, the Hybrid Towcars and Family Classes in the 42nd Caravan and Motorhome Club Towcar of the Year Competition. The leisure vehicle industry’s original … [Read more...]
Call to review EV law in Britain & Europe
The National Franchised Dealers Association is urging the new Labour Government to meet with representatives of the automotive retail sector at the Labour Party Conference and do more to stimulate the market for electric vehicles. The NFDA’s is calling for action in three essential areas to support the industry’s growth and sustainability: 1. Stimulating … [Read more...]
Bassetts Nissan Swansea best in Britain
A Nissan dealership in South Wales has rounded off a year of receiving awards and accolades from the manufacturer by being declared the best in its entire UK network. Bassetts Nissan Swansea has been named ‘Dealership Ambassador of the Year’ for 2024 because of its stellar sales performance and excellent customer care. The ultimate title was awarded after … [Read more...]
Picking the best EV and keeping it powered
The International Drivers Association has taken a close look at which EVs can turn in the best battery-life performance to provide important knowledge before they buy a new EV. The move to electric vehicles is nothing short of a silent revolution on the streets of the European countries. With an increasing clamour for green transport alternatives, the … [Read more...]
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